2009 Lexus SC vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Lexus SC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Lexus SC. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus SC weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus SC (430 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus SC | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Lexus | Nissan |
Model | SC | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |